Dust Bowl migrants and hobos denied entry into 1930s California

Dust Bowl migrants and hobos denied entry into 1930s California

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Social Studies

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The transcript describes the migration of 68,000 families from Oklahoma and Texas to California, seeking prosperity. California, overwhelmed by the influx of unemployed migrants, reacted negatively, leading to a tense and unhappy situation for all involved.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the living conditions of the migrants as they began their journey.

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What does the term 'Exodus' refer to in the context of this migration?

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